Jonathan Ellsworth, Author at BLISTER

Arcade Belts

December 23, 2012December 18, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

If you’re going to bother to make a belt, you really ought to get it right. Arcade has.

2012-2013 Atomic Redster Pro 130

September 29, 2021December 9, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The Atomic Redster Pro 130 is no joke. It is powerful and precise, and if skiing to you is about high speeds and high edge angles, you ought to check these out.

2013-2014 LINE Influence 115

October 4, 2021December 6, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

This season’s Line Influence 115 has been redesigned, and it is going to appeal to a different—and broader—crowd.

PREVIEW: 2012-2013 MOMENT Governor

February 13, 2014November 18, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

This is the story of a ski reportedly built by 300-lb-benching guys with tats. It's also a story about obsession and digital calipers. But most of all, it's the story of the evolution of a big-mountain ski that looks like it is going to absolutely rip.

Random Review: Fun Fun Fun Fest, 2012

July 14, 2014November 13, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Of course you know SXSW, but do you know Fun Fun Fun Fest? Our latest Random Review is full of reunion shows, awesome creepy chicks, $2.75 tacos, and Much Much Much More.

POC Nail Glove

October 18, 2021October 23, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

POC isn't trying to reinvent the wheel with the Nail glove, but what's interesting is how well they've executed the details.

GALLERY: Winter’s Coming

May 9, 2013October 7, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

It's getting cold, so get in shape and get ready. Here's a gallery of some highlights from Alta, Taos, and Niseko this past ski season to help motivate.

2015-2016 Praxis MVP

September 27, 2021September 27, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The Praxis MVP is a made-to-order ski. Our pair was made by—and for—Praxis' own Kevin O'Meara. It's a big-mountain comp ski built to play AND handle very high speeds. Two worlds collide.

Smith I/OX Goggle

October 27, 2021September 25, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

According to Smith Optics, "In the game of Global Thermonuclear War, the I/OX isn't playing around." Confused? It's OK, we're here to help.

2012-2013 Salomon Guardian 16 & Atomic Tracker 16 AT binding

September 13, 2016September 18, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The new Salomon Guardian 16 / Atomic Tracker 16 is an AT binding with excellent downhill performance. It's also good at going uphill, but there are a few tricks and quirks you should know about.

Random Review: Tortas de Innsbruck

September 17, 2012September 16, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The Innsbruck restaurant at Las Leñas has some amazing desserts, but we needed to determine which one reigns supreme. After five tortas (and a perilous spike in the blood sugar levels of our dedicated reviewers), here are the results.

2014-2015 Fischer Big Stix 110

September 27, 2021September 12, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The Fischer Big Stix 110 shines precisely where most tip and tail rockered skis falter. Take a look.

Las Leñas 2012 – Week 2

October 23, 2012September 11, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

You don’t have to ski or board to be taken aback by the sheer magnitude and beauty of Las Leñas Ski Resort. But if you are a skier or boarder, this is a pilgrimage you simply have to make.

Las Leñas 2012 – Week 1

September 19, 2012August 28, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Our first week at Las Leñas Ski Resort included some fresh snow, some big lines, and a whole lot of amazing scenery.

Atomic Redster Pro 130, Blister Gear Review

12/13 Atomic Redster Pro 130

December 13, 2012August 22, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

In addition to the 13 pairs of skis that we’ve brought to Las Leñas, we figured we might as well bring some boots, too. Here are the boots that we’ve been slinging over our shoulders and backpacks through airports and bus stations, and the boots we got on snow for the first time yesterday. First up, the 12/13 Atomic Redster Pro 130.